Western Suburbs Drive Post-Covid Redevelopment in Mumbai
The Western Suburbs of Mumbai have taken the lead in the post-Covid redevelopment wave, accounting for a significant portion of society deals and unlocking vast built-up areas.
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Among the other suburbs, the Central Suburbs added another 234 societies, while Central and South Mumbai together saw 43 societies opting for redevelopment. The stark geographic divide is evident, with the Western Suburbs unlocking close to 235.6 acres of built-up area, more than 70% of the total in Mumbai. Factors such as wider roads, favorable Floor Space Index (FSI) norms, and relatively structured societies have contributed to the quicker deals and redevelopment in this region.
Developers in Mumbai have also shifted towards asset-light models, moving away from traditional land acquisition. This strategic move has led to a surge in redevelopment projects. Redevelopment projects require minimal upfront equity, offer core city locations, and do not burden developers' balance sheets. Many developers have set up dedicated platforms to aggregate, clear legal hurdles, and facilitate fast approvals for redevelopment.
Moreover, many societies seeking redevelopment are now looking at reputable brands and Project Management Consultants (PMCs). Some cooperative housing societies are even opting to handle the process independently, thanks to favorable policies and financial incentives. Whether through self-redevelopment or in collaboration with established developers, redevelopment is no longer optional for Mumbai.
The Knight Frank report emphasizes, “While some dense districts in Tokyo or Hong Kong surpass Mumbai’s averages [of population density], they remain far more liveable due to coordinated land recycling, high-spec vertical development, and infrastructure investments.” For Mumbai, redevelopment could mean moving existing tenants to safer, larger, and better-equipped units, unlocking under-utilized land in high-value zones (like Andheri), and aligning population density with infrastructure improvements to attract institutional capital for urban renewal.
The shift is now supported by regulatory measures. The latest Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) 2034, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority’s cessed building framework, and incentives for additional FSI and Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) are expected to further boost redevelopment projects in Mumbai. These regulations aim to streamline the process and make redevelopment more attractive for both developers and society members.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the Western Suburbs leading in redevelopment?
The Western Suburbs of Mumbai are leading in redevelopment due to factors such as wider roads, favorable FSI norms, and relatively structured societies, which facilitate quicker deals and redevelopment projects.
What are the benefits of redevelopment for Mumbai?
Redevelopment in Mumbai can lead to moving existing tenants to safer, larger, and better-equipped units, unlocking under-utilized land in high-value zones, and aligning population density with infrastructure improvements.
How are developers adapting to the redevelopment trend?
Developers are moving towards asset-light models, setting up dedicated platforms for aggregating, clearing legal hurdles, and facilitating fast approvals for redevelopment projects.
What regulatory changes are supporting redevelopment in Mumbai?
The latest Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) 2034, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority’s cessed building framework, and incentives for additional FSI and TDR are expected to increase redevelopment projects in Mumbai.
How are societies participating in the redevelopment process?
Societies are participating in redevelopment by seeking reputable brands and Project Management Consultants (PMCs), or opting to handle the process independently, thanks to favorable policies and financial incentives.
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